Before any work was begun we finished our semi finished basement. Overhead lighting, storage closets and a laundry room were all added to the space. Since this would be the family room I wanted lots of storage as well as display space, and don’t forget the television!

Once the major construction was complete I had a 17 foot wall to create a storage and media unit. I measured about 20 times to make sure I had it right and then purchased 5 pieces from the IKEA Hemnes line.

Hi. This exactly what I want. It's beautiful. But how did you end up with the tv stand part not sticking out further than the bookshelves? In the UK it is 49 cms deep and the bookshelves are 37 cms. Did you have to cut it down and if so, was it